Complex textures could increase feelings of fullness: Study
Increased textural complexity in foods could help consumers to feel fuller for longer, say researchers.
Archives for June 2, 2016
Excess salt may raise heart disease risk in kidney patients, study suggests
An increased intake of salt may raise the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD), a study has determined.
Survey finds 75% ‘not completely ready’ for FSMA
Three out of four survey respondents felt their companies were not completely ready for FSMA compliance, according to a survey by SafetyChain Software and The Acheson Group (TAG).
Manufacturers want ‘whole package’ from suppliers
Food and drink manufacturers are increasingly asking for “the whole package” from their ingredients suppliers, a leading flavour producer has claimed.
‘Irresponsible’ dietary guidance under flak
A report from the National Obesity Forum (NOF) in association with Public Health Collaboration has come under flak from Public Health England (PHE), Food Standards Scotland (FSS) and the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) for providing bad nutritional...
The Center for Food Integrity expands into Canada
The Center for Food Integrity (CFI) has expanded into Canada.
‘Functional water is predicted to grow very fast’: Euromonitor on functional beverage trends
Energy drinks, sports drinks, and functional bottled water are among the functional and fortified beverage categories to watch, according to Euromonitor International.
IFA: THE FARMER IS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FOOD CHAIN'
End the power imbalance in Europe's food supply chain, say MEPs
The Commission must end income and power imbalances in the food chain by taking action to tackle unfair trading practices and fostering fair and transparent relations between food producers, suppliers and distributors, say MEPs in a draft resolution.
Russia’s meat giants see profits plummet
Two of Russia’s largest meat companies experienced a sharp drop in profits in the first quarter of 2016, according to official reports.
Four NOF members resign over controversial report publication
Four board members of the National Obesity Forum (NOF) have resigned because they were not consulted before the publication of a controversial report which slammed public health advice for fuelling the obesity crisis.
EMB says EU-Africa partnerships should be avoided due to crisis
The European Milk Board (EMB) and farmers in Burkina Faso have appealed to policy-makers in Europe and Africa to advocate for fair and responsible solutions to the milk market crisis.
Project enabled better understanding of different food safety systems - EFSA
Working with neighbourhood countries contributes to building trust in the safety of foods made in the EU, according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Brexit Debate
Brexit fears driving up food and drink prices
Market fears over the UK’s potential exit from Europe are driving up food and drink costs, warns buying specialist Lynx Purchasing.
South African conference on food safety and security
A conference on food safety and security has been held in South Africa.